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Finding Strength in Faith with a Visible Disability

As a Muslim living with a visible disability, I've come to accept my situation. No amount of well-meaning advice or Islamic lectures I listen to can truly answer why I was created this way. I attend the masjid for my salah as a duty, but I often leave right after, not staying for reminders or duas. In my heart, I know my condition won't change in this life. My main dua now is simply, 'O Allah, forgive me and grant me patience.' For years, I sought answers in books and from scholars, but after 30 years, I feel I've been chasing something unreachable. I've lived a halal life, alhamdulillah, avoiding major sins, so I struggled with 'why me?' These thoughts kept me awake, questioning my existence when others seemed to face no such tests. Now, I understand some questions in this dunya just won't be answered. I have a choice: to live with it or not. I continue for the sake of my parents, may Allah reward them, though I sometimes feel I'm a burden. I fear the future, especially being left alone after my family passes. All I ask from Allah is sabr.

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Your honesty is refreshing. Many feel this way but don't say it. Allah sees your efforts.

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Your struggle is valid. The fact you still perform your salah is a huge sign of strength, even if you leave right after.

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May Allah forgive us all and grant us patience. Your parents' duas are with you.

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May Allah increase your sabr, brother. Your dua is powerful and honest. That's what matters most.

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As someone with a chronic illness, I relate 100%. The fear of the future is real. Keep going.

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This really hits home. The 'why me' phase is so tough. May Allah grant you ease and the best in the Hereafter.

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May Allah make it easy for you. Sabr is the key.

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